Enough

I understand the confusion
the fact that I never said 
anything before probably
came off weak on my part
how could I've allowed myself
to be disrespected for so long
mistaking my anxiety for fear
likely played a major role
and growing up in an abusive 
environment while being made
to feel like I wasn't good enough
didn't help matters any
seeing as how I still struggle
but things are different now
at least I'm working on it
meaning I'm not going to argue 
or waste my energy on those 
who choose to disrespect me
if I choose to speak my peace 
that'll be the last time 
and it'll be done respectfully 
because I'll never let one's 
actions change who I am
that doesn't mean it doesn't 
bother me when it happens
I'm still dealing with a lot
maybe the disrespect is minor
but I say enough is enough

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